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Nutrafol Safety Signal Emerges in Case Study

A previously healthy 26-year-old developed severe liver injury after using Nutrafol, with a biopsy confirming marked necroinflammatory damage with complete resolution upon discontinuation.

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  1. Severe drug-induced liver injury documented in a 26-year-old woman following Nutrafol use.
  2. Liver function tests showed significantly elevated liver enzymes.
  3. Clinical workup revealed elevated iron studies, increased CA 19-9, and elevated serum immunoglobulins without eosinophilia.
  4. Liver biopsy demonstrated moderate portal inflammation with marked necroinflammatory injury.
  5. The patient had a history of obesity but an otherwise normal physical exam.
  6. The supplement contained potentially hepatotoxic ingredients, including turmeric, ashwagandha, horsetail, saw palmetto, kelp minerals, and resveratrol.
  7. Liver function improved after discontinuation of the supplement.

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